Welcome to Ceylon Tea Trails, a range of luxurious planters’ bungalows in Dickoya, found approximately 4,000 feet above sea level in the southern highlands of Sri Lanka’s tea country. Tea Trails comprises five classic colonial bungalows, all of which are Relais & Châteaux bungalows, built for British tea estate managers in the days of the Raj. Each bungalow is different, combining both classical and contemporary styles: the effect is quintessentially luxurious and colonial, a stroll back in time but entirely resplendent in modern amenities. Within the confines of each bungalow guests will find over-sized rooms with four-poster beds, lavish bathrooms and a blazing log fire in the dining and drawing rooms. The meticulously maintained gardens also feature sun-decks and summer houses where traditional English Cream Teas are served by the bungalow’s resident butler. Enjoy reading by the pool, having high tea in the summerhouse or a gin and tonic on the terrace.

Built in 1888, Tientsin Bungalow is the oldest of the five bungalows and has been beautifully restored with all the features including fireplaces and old wooden floors intact. With rose terraces, leafy arbors and pergolas covered in flowers, the garden was originally designed by a tea planter’s wife. All Tea Trails bungalows have three types of rooms; Luxury Suites, Garden Suites and Master Suites, each named after former tea planters who served the estate.